1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1837 kg more than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Bee | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3645 mm |
